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What was the main reason for the Glorious Revolution of 1688?

  • James II's suspected Catholicism

  • Anne's marriage to Prince George

  • Mary's marriage to William III

  • Charles II's death

Answer

The Glorious Revolution of 1688 was primarily triggered by the suspected Roman Catholicism of James II, which was unpopular in England. This led to the deposition of James II and the joint reign of Anne's sister Mary and her husband William III.
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